Mount Emei Hiking Hydration & Snack Guide: Where to Buy Water Cheaply and Local Snacks Along the Trails
Planning a hike on Mount Emei? Staying hydrated and keeping your energy up is essential! We’ve mapped out 10 key hydration and snack points along the trails, with tips on where to buy water cheaply and what local snacks to try. Perfect for first-time hikers or anyone trekking Mount Emei. Follow this guide to avoid getting lost and enjoy a smooth hiking experience. Our Chengdu Travel Agency offers guided tours and customized Mount Emei hiking packages for international travelers.
1. Base of the Mountain → Baoguo Temple Visitor Center (Water 3 RMB/bottle, Snacks 5–10 RMB/serving)
Location: Inside Baoguo Temple Visitor Center, perfect for stocking up before your hike.
Recommended: Mineral water (3 RMB), beef jerky (10 RMB/bag), chocolate (5 RMB/piece). Don’t overpack—keep your backpack light.
2. Fuhu Temple → Fuhu Temple Snack Stall (Water 4 RMB/bottle, Lianggao 5 RMB/serving)
Location: At the exit of Fuhu Temple, 15 minutes from the trail start, ideal for mid-hike hydration.
Recommended: Lianggao (5 RMB, sweet and refreshing), mineral water (4 RMB, slightly more expensive than at the base, still reasonable).
3. Qingyin Pavilion → Qingyin Pavilion Farmhouse (Water 5 RMB/bottle, Tofu Rice 15 RMB/serving)
Location: Inside the scenic area, about 3 hours of hiking, perfect for lunch.
Recommended: Tofu rice (15 RMB, served with chili sauce), mineral water (5 RMB), marinated egg (3 RMB/each).
4. Wannian Temple → Wannian Temple Vegetarian Dining Hall (Water 5 RMB/bottle, Vegetarian Meal 20 RMB/person)
Location: Inside Wannian Temple, 5 hours into the hike, ideal for lunch.
Recommended: Vegetarian meal (20 RMB, rice porridge + steamed buns + 4 vegetable dishes), mineral water (5 RMB), peanuts (8 RMB/serving).
5. Xixin Temple → Xixin Temple Snack Stall (Water 6 RMB/bottle, Instant Noodles 15 RMB/cup)
Location: Midway between Wannian Temple and Xixiang Pool, after 6 hours of hiking.
Recommended: Instant noodles (15 RMB, hot water free, add a sausage 5 RMB), mineral water (6 RMB).
6. Xixiang Pool → Xixiang Pool Temple Snack Stall (Water 6 RMB/bottle, Highland Barley Cake 10 RMB/each)
Location: Inside Xixiang Pool Scenic Area, 8 hours into the hike, good for dinner.
Recommended: Highland barley cake (10 RMB, crispy and tasty), mineral water (6 RMB), hot water (free, refill your thermos).
7. Leidongping → Leidongping Visitor Center (Water 8 RMB/bottle, Smoked Pork Fried Rice 20 RMB/serving)
Location: Inside Leidongping Scenic Area, 10 hours into the hike, perfect for breakfast.
Recommended: Smoked pork fried rice (20 RMB, flavorful and filling), mineral water (8 RMB, try to buy earlier to save money).
8. Golden Summit → Golden Summit Snack Stall (Water 10 RMB/bottle, Grilled Sausage 5 RMB/each)
Location: Inside the Golden Summit Scenic Area, ideal after sunrise.
Recommended: Grilled sausage (5 RMB, hot and energizing), mineral water (10 RMB, expensive—best to buy earlier).
Hydration & Snack Tips:
Buy water at the base (3 RMB/bottle) and carry 2 bottles. Refill along the way to save money.
Bring a thermos—temples and farmhouses along the trails often provide free hot water. Warm drinks keep you comfortable.
Don’t overpack snacks. Beef jerky and chocolate are enough to maintain energy without overloading your backpack.
Hiking Mount Emei is an unforgettable experience. With proper hydration and local snacks along the trail, you’ll stay energized and enjoy the scenic beauty from Baoguo Temple to the Golden Summit. Our Chengdu Travel Agency provides international hiking tours, including customized Mount Emei trekking itineraries with guidance on the best food stops, hydration points, and scenic highlights. Let us help you plan a safe, memorable, and hassle-free Mount Emei adventure!
